Saw this article:
http://www.talkingchop.com/2017/6/7/15751688/nick-markakis-atlanta-braves-power-surge-hitting
Looks like Nick has fallen on hard times.
Which would be why the reporter should bring up the fact that it is a worsening of an issue he had last season. Although to be honest I don't know if it was a problem during the whole of last season or if he periods where it was more or less pronounced. My untrustworthy memory says the former.
I agree he has done very well recently.
Do you agree that the O's could use an impact arm in the pen?
Do you agree that the odds of a two pitch guy transitioning from the pen to a starting gig are slim?
If he can keep the walks under control call him up and stick him in the pen.
He hasn't developed a third pitch when I wasn't looking has he? Still fastball/Slider? That won't play as a starter.